Audit Manager

Step into a pivotal leadership role with a respected mid-size public accounting firm where your audit expertise, client management skills, and CPA credentials will be highly valued. This is a direct-hire opportunity to lead audit engagements, mentor a growing team, and influence firm-wide best practices in a collaborative, quality-focused environment.

About the Role:

As Audit Manager, you will oversee multiple audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables and strong client relationships. You will manage and develop audit staff, review complex work, and serve as a key point of contact for clients and partners. Your leadership will help drive engagement profitability, process improvements, and consistent compliance with professional standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients, from planning and risk assessment through fieldwork and final reporting.
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and related deliverables prepared by staff and seniors for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor audit team members, providing on-the-job training, performance feedback, and support for professional development.
• Serve as the primary client contact during engagements, addressing issues, managing expectations, and maintaining strong, long-term relationships.
• Identify and communicate audit findings, recommendations, and value-added insights to clients and firm leadership.
• Monitor engagement budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and profitable delivery of services.
• Stay current on relevant accounting and auditing standards and help implement updates into firm methodologies and engagement procedures.

Key Requirements:

• Prior public accounting experience with a mid-size firm in an audit-focused role.
• Proven managerial and leadership experience overseeing audit teams and engagements.
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and relevant auditing standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent client-facing skills, including clear communication, issue resolution, and relationship management.
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities with attention to detail.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with clients across multiple industries (e.g., manufacturing, professional services, non-profit).
• Familiarity with common audit software and data analytics tools.
• Prior involvement in business development activities, such as proposal support or cross-selling services.
• Experience contributing to internal process improvements or methodology enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• CPA license required.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related discipline preferred.
• Ongoing continuing professional education consistent with CPA requirements.

If you are a driven Audit Manager seeking a direct-hire role where you can lead, develop others, and make a measurable impact, we invite you to apply.